Vietnam is not only famous for culture - history tourism, and discovery tourism but also has beautiful beaches with long smooth sand, clear blue water and the diversity of marine biology. Nothing is more awesome than a few days off at the beach after each trip, before returning to the busy daily life and work. With more than 3260 km of coastline stretching along the length of the country, you can easily find a suitable one among the best beaches in Vietnam for stopping by.
One of the Cat Ba Island's best beaches
Located in the south of Ha Long Bay and the east of Cat Ba Island, Lan Ha Bay has an area of more than 7000 hectares with the spectacular beauty of about 400 large and small islands in many interesting shapes. The fame was ranked after Ha Long Bay and Bai Tu Long Bay, but the beauty of Lan Ha Bay is no less attractive, wild, more magnificent.
Especially in the bay, there are many small beaches hidden at the foot of the mountain. You absolutely can "charter" a beach for freely swimming in the clear emerald water among the dreamy scenery of Lan Ha.
To go deeply into Lan Ha Bay you need to depart from Beo Pier ( Ben Beo) on Cat Ba island.
From Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Ha Long, you can travel to Hai Phong. Then from Hai Phong, you can take a ferry or a high-speed boat, a cable car at Got Ferry; or hydrofoil from Binh Wharf to Cat Ba Island. Currently, most tourists choose to go through Got Ferry because the time is more flexible.
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You can swim in Lan Ha from April to early October. Ideally, April, May, and June.
July - August is the rainy season. Sometimes there are storms and rough seas.
Note that in the summer (from May to the end of August), it is crowded with many domestic visitors traveling to Cat Ba, especially on weekends. Therefore, you should pay attention to your schedule to avoid the rush hour, and traffic congestion at Got Ferry at the weekend.
To fully enjoy the beauty of Lan Ha Bay, overnight on a boat is the best option. You can refer to some boats: Cozy Boutique Cruise, Ocean Cruise, La Mignonne Cruise, Cat Ba Princess Cruise...
On the beach, there are coastal hotels: Perle d’Orient Cat Ba - Mgallery, Flamingo Cat Ba Resort, Nam Cat Island Resort, Monkey Island Resort…
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Lang Co Beach - one of the best beaches in Vietnam
Lang Co Bay is located more than 25km to the north of Da Nang City, and more than 60km from Hue City. It is an indispensable stop-over on the way from Da Nang to Hue or Hoi An to Hue and vice versa.
Situated right at the foot of Hai Van Pass, Lang Co Bay possesses a fairy-tale beauty. The long white sandy beach is smooth like a soft silk strip emerging among the blue of the sea, sky, and the green of trees, and mountains. Thanks to that beautiful scenery, Lang Co has been ranked among the most beautiful bays in the world.
You can travel by private car or taxi to Lang Co from Da Nang (25kms), Hoi An ancient town (~ 55 kms) or Hue city center (~ 65 km).
The best time to swim in Lang Co Beach is from April to July. During this time, the sea water is clear with beautiful sunshine and little rain.
If you stay at the beach in Lang Co, you can combine to visit some of the following points: Lap An Lagoon, Hai Van Pass, Bach Ma National Park...
Not many hotels and resorts in this area but it is still has full options for your choice following your budget.
My Khe beach - one of the best beaches in Vietnam
Da Nang is one of the beach tourism centers of Vietnam with many beautiful beaches, of which My Khe beach was listed by Forbes Magazine as one of the 6 most beautiful beaches on the planet.
Coming to Da Nang, you will enjoy long beaches with fine white sand, smooth waves, warm blue sea all year round.
Da Nang is also chosen by fans of water sports because it has a wide range of outdoor activity services such as surfing, snorkeling, and jet skiing.
Beautiful beaches of Da Nang include Non Nuoc Beach, My Khe Beach, Pham Van Dong Beach, Nam O Beach, Tien Sa Beach…
The beaches are located not too far from the city center, about 5-7kms from the station and Da Nang airport. Particularly, the beaches of the Son Tra peninsula are a little further away, about 18 km from the city center.
From Hanoi or Saigon, you can take a train or plane to Da Nang and then take a taxi to the beach.
From Hue, you can take a private car or bus to Da Nang. The popular limousine bus lines include Huong Giang Limousine, Hoang Duc Limousine, HAV Limousine or Tan Quang Dung Limousine. Limousine prices range from 100,000 - 250,000 VND.
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Taxis in Da Nang are quite plentiful with many options for you such as Mai Linh taxi, Yellow taxi, Tien Sa taxi, Han River taxi, and Vina Sun Green Taxi,... Normally, the taxi fee for 4 seats will range from 10,000 - 11,000 VND / km, and the opening price for a 7-seat taxi is 11,000-12,000 VND/km.
The best time is from April to September, calm sea, and beautiful weather. Avoid October and November as these are the rainy months in Central Vietnam.
In Da Nang, besides the beach, you can visit Ba Na Hills with the famous Golden Bridge, Cham Museum, Linh Ung Pagoda, Son Tra peninsula, Ngu Hanh Son...
There are many beautiful beaches, so it is not difficult to understand that Da Nang has the most luxurious coastal resorts in Vietnam.
Besides, you have many other hotel options depending on your preferences and budget.
An Bang Beach - one of the best beaches in Vietnam
Hoi An is one of the unmissable destinations when traveling to Vietnam. This peaceful old town has been always attractive to both domestic and foreign tourists. Especially, Hoi An also owns many beautiful beaches just 4-5 km from the center of the old town. Therefore, more and more tourists choose Hoi An as a beach break because there are many other interesting sightseeing activities. Moreover, choosing to stay in Hoi An is always the most economical solution for your trip. Just extend your stay in Hoi An for a few more days without having to travel by car, train, or plane.
Today, Hoi An is most famous for An Bang Beach. Previously, this area only had locals bathing. Since Cua Dai beach was destroyed by the invasion of the sea. An Bang Beach is a familiar destination for tourists. However, compared to Nha Trang, Da Nang or Phu Quoc beach, it is still quite peaceful here. The beach still retains its wilderness without being broken by the concrete works.
Only 5 km from Hoi An, so you can cycle or take a taxi from Hoi An to An Bang. Some hotels have shuttle buses to take guests from the Hoi An Old Town to the beach and vice versa.
The best time to travel to Hoi An and An Bang Beach is from April to September when the sea is calm and the weather is beautiful. Avoid October and November as it is the stormy season in central Vietnam.
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In An Bang Beach, the remarkable accommodation is a 4-star Boutique Hoi An resort with a private beach, a swimming pool and high-quality services.
Besides, there are many small hotels and homestays along the beach such as:
In addition, you can also book a hotel near Hoi An ancient town then cycle or take a shuttle bus, or taxi to An Bang beach.
Quy Nhon beach
Quy Nhon has many beautiful beaches. They have been just famous in recent years, therefore, it is still quite wild.
Located in the center of Quy Nhon City (Binh Dinh), Quy Nhon Beach, also known as the Crescent Moon Beach, stretches 5km from Mui Tan to Ghenh Rang. The golden sand is curved softly like a crescent moon, creating a very poetic and charming landscape. Many people consider Quy Nhon Beach as the Maldives of Vietnam.
Besides this main beach, you can also freely discover other beautiful beaches in Quy Nhon such as Egg Beach (Hoang Hau Beach), Bai Xep, Ky Co - Eo Gio, Hon Kho Island, Cu Lao Xanh... Each beach has a different beauty but all possess natural wildness and clear turquoise water.
By flights
Currently, from Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Airlines, Jetstar, Vietjet Air,... all operate flights to Phu Cat airport, which is about 35 km from Quy Nhon. On average, there are 2 flights per day. There is a shuttle bus to the city center from the airport at the price of 50,000 VND (~ 2.5 USD).
By Train
You need to take a train to Dieu Tri railway station which is 15km from Quy Nhon city. Then take a taxi or bus to the city
Book a train ticket at the official site of Vietnam Railway (dsvn.vn) or through a reliable travel agency
By Buses
Via website vexere.vn, you can book a bus to Quy Nhon easily. Check it and select the suitable route for your trip.
Quy Nhon has 2 distinct seasons: the dry season from March to September and the rainy season from October to February next year. The annual average temperature is about 24 degrees celsius, so it is practically possible to travel to Quy Nhon almost all the time.
However, you should avoid the rainy season in Quy Nhon which usually falls from September to November.
Besides exploring the pristine beaches, you can visit the following tourist attractions: Cham Tower, Thap Thap Pagoda, ...
Besides the lovely homestays and budget hotels, a series of new luxury resorts have built in Quy Nhon such as:
Nha Trang city's beach
Nha Trang is well-known as one of the most charming coastal cities in Vietnam. The stretch of smooth white sandy beach embraces the clear blue sea water, making you overwhelmed from the first time you arrive.
In addition, with a temperate climate and warm sunshine all year round, Nha Trang welcomes you at any time. Thanks to the special gift of Mother Nature, this coastal city is often overloaded with domestic and foreign tourists, especially from April to August.
However, you still have many options if you are interested in a quiet space for relaxation. Besides Tran Phu beach in the heart of the city, Nha Trang has many other beautiful beaches like Bai Dai, Bai Duong - Hon Chong, Doc Let, Dai Lanh, Hon Tre, Hon Ong, Hon Gam, Binh Ba, Ninh Van...
By flights:
From Hanoi, Saigon, Da Nang, Hue, Hai Phong, Vinh, Da Lat, you can easily find a flight to Nha Trang. Flight tickets are available on the official websites of Vietnam Airlines, Vietjet Air, Jetstar Pacific.
By trains:
Travelers can search for train tickets at the official website of Vietnam Railway: DSVN.VN or book through a travel agency.
By Buses:
The period from January to August of the year is the most beautiful time to travel to Nha Trang, enjoy fun, and go swimming.
You should not go to Nha Trang in October and November, because of the heavy rains.
Interesting places to visit in Nha Trang are Vinpearl Land, Hon Mun, Hon Tam, Ninh Van Bay, Institute of Oceanography, Ponagar Tower, and Tri Nguyen Aquarium ...
Fun activities:
The hotel system in Nha Trang is very plentiful. Choosing a hotel that suits your budget is not difficult at all.
If you can splurge a little and want to enjoy the vacation, you should book a stay at a high-end resort. There is something you need to note, most resorts in Nha Trang are far from the center because they are located on islands.
If you are on a budget, you can choose mid-range or cheap hotels, or guest houses which are located in the city center.
Mui Be Beach - one of the nicest beaches in Vietnam
Mui Ne, Phan Thiet is famous for its long coastline and endless sand dunes as a miniature Sahara Desert. Coming here, not only can you immerse yourself in the cool blue sea water, but also experience exciting sports such as skydiving, surfing, and discover fishermen's lives in the fishing village.
By buses
The bus is a popular vehicle to travel to Mui Ne
• From Saigon, you can book a limousine or sleeping bus from many bus companies (G5, South Asia, Hai Tuan,...) or the open bus from The Sinh tourist. Travel time is about 5 hours, the price ranges from 250.000 VND to 300.000 VND.
• From Dalat: you can take a limousine bus (Nguyen An Travel, Thanh Do, Catthienhai Travel, Thai Duong, Thinh Phat ...) or an open tour bus for The Sinh tourist. Travel time is about 4 hours, the price ranges from 200.000 VND to 350.000 VND.
By train
You can travel by train to Binh Thuan railway station and then by taxi to Mui Ne. This will take more time than a bus.
7.2 When to travel to Mui Ne?
Phan Thiet City is located in the dry region, a typical tropical climate, windy, sunny, and less stormy, with an annual average temperature from 26°C to 27°C.
The most beautiful weather in Mui Ne is from November to April.
Most hotels in Mui Ne are on Nguyen Dinh Chieu Street. The beach stretches along this street, and most of them are managed by the hotels. When booking a hotel room, note the address of the hotel. The even numbers are the hotels located next to the sea. The odd number is on the other side of Nguyen Dinh Chieu Street, so you must cross the street to reach the beach.
Ho Coc Beach - one of the nicest beaches in Vietnam
Ho Coc is located in Xuyen Moc district, Ba Ria Vung Tau province, about 110km from Saigon. The beach is still quite pristine, not much touristic.
You will be captivated by the clear water and smooth golden sandy beach lined with coconut trees and green forests. This is the ideal place for you to escape from the noisy cities and enjoy a peaceful atmosphere.
By bus
Currently, there are many high-quality buses from Saigon to Vung Tau. Travel time is about 1.5 – 2 hours.
You can book from Hoa Mai Limousine, Anh Quoc Limousine, Thanh Vinh Limousine, Phat Loc Limousine… The ticket price is about 140,000 - 160,000 VND.
>> See more on How to get to Vung Tau from HCMC
By Hydrofoil
Every 30 minutes there is a hydrofoil trip from Saigon to Vung Tau and vice versa, running from 6:00 to 16:30, which takes about 1 hour 45 minutes. The starting point is at Bach Dang Wharf, Saigon and the finishing point is at Cau Da Wharf, Vung Tau. Some hydrofoil companies that run on this route are Green Lines train and Vina Express train.
By Motorbike
Besides, Vung Tau is really close to Saigon so you can rent a motorbike and ride to Ho Coc
The ideal time to swim is the dry season from November to April next year. During these months, the sea is beautiful, the golden sunlight shines on the sandy beaches and the waves are not too heavy.
Ho Coc Beach and Binh Chau Hot Springs are the places you can explore.
Phu Quoc Long Beach - Top beaches in Vietnam
Nestled in the Gulf of Thailand, Phu Quoc known as the Pearl Island is the largest island in Vietnam.
Phu Quoc is surrounded by many beautiful beaches. Including Sao Beach, in the south of the island, where there is fine white sand and clear blue water. Long Beach is the most beautiful destination to watch the sunset. Then Ong Lang Beach, Ganh Dau Beach, Vong Beach,.. are all places that make you fall in love with this island.
If you are interested in an island tour, do not miss the Islands of Mong Tay, Gam Ghi, May Rut and Dam Ngang. You will experience fishing, diving to explore the ocean or playing water sports. You can also experience the world's longest cable car over the sea or have fun at Vinpearl Park.
By flights
There are many flights daily to Phu Quoc island from Hanoi, Hai Phong, Van Don, Saigon, Can Tho
By Hydrofoil
From Rach Gia or Ha Tien (located in the Mekong Delta), you can take a hydrofoil to Phu Quoc.
From November to April is the best time to go to Phu Quoc. Sunny weather, no rain, you will have a perfect holiday on this pearl island. Note that the Christmas and New Year period (from December 20 to January 10) is the peak travel season in Phu Quoc, hotels are often fully booked. So to make sure you have a beautiful hotel as you wish, you should book 3 months in advance.
From May to October is the rainy season in Phu Quoc. You can still travel there, but there is a chance that the rainy days might ruin your trip.
In Phu Quoc, the most interesting activities relate to exploring the beaches. Rent a bicycle or a motorbike and drive around the island, there are many interesting destinations waiting for you.
Some suggested activities:
As one of the top beach destinations in Vietnam, the system of hotels and resorts in Phu Quoc is the most diverse in the country. You have many options depending on the budget for your trip.
Duong Dong town center is quite crowded and noisy. If you want quietness, you should go a little further by choosing hotels in Dai, Ganh Dau, Ong Lang beaches. As these hotels are far from the center, most of the dining and entertainment services will be limited in the hotel. But in return, you can enjoy the private beach and peaceful atmosphere.
Some recommended hotels in Phu Quoc Island:
Con Dao Island boasts many pristine beaches in Vietnam
Next Con Dao, also known by different names such as Con Son, Con Lon, Poulo Condore, or Koh Tralach (in Khmer), is an offshore archipelago of the East Sea Vietnam. It is about 230 km from the center of Ho Chi Minh City and about 170 km from Vung Tau city center to Con Dao Island.
Con Dao is famous for its hospitable people, long white sand beaches, and blue turquoise water. Especially, tourism services have not yet been fully developed, so the beaches are still very unspoiled and peaceful.
Moreover, Con Dao also has a very diverse marine ecosystem. Coming here, you will have the opportunity to see the marine species on the national conservation list or go to see turtles laying eggs on Vich Island. Interesting, isn't it?
By speed ferry
Speed ferries are the most popular and economical way to travel to Con Dao. We can start from Vung Tau, Soc Trang, Can Tho.
From Vung Tau to Con Dao
You can transfer to Cat Lo pier and choose a regular boat or 5 * express ferry:
- Regular boat (Con Dao 9 and Con Dao 10): running time takes 12 hours. Price 400.000 VND/pax/seat, price 533.000 VND/pax/bed.
- Con Dao Express 5*: travel time is 4 hours. Ticket price ranges from 660.000 – 1.200.000 VND / pax
From Soc Trang to Con Dao
There are 2 speed ferry companies organizing travel to Con Dao Island from Soc Trang, departing from Tran De Wharf. The travel time is 2.5 hours, price ranges between 320.000 – 500.000 VND/pax.
- Con Dao Express Ferry
- Superdong Speed Ferry
From Can Tho to Con Dao
In fact, when going this route by Con Dao Express, you will still pass Soc Trang. From Can Tho to Soc Trang, it takes 1 hour by speed ferry. Therefore, the total journey time to Con Dao will be 3.5 hours. Price from 520.000 – 990.000 VND/pax.
By flights
Currently, Vietnam Airlines and Bamboo Airways are operating routes to Con Dao. You can fly to Con Dao from Hanoi, Saigon and Can Tho airports.
From Saigon, there are about 10 flights per day, from 5:55 to 14.55. It only took 1h05 and you will be in Con Dao.
From Can Tho, there are 2 flights to Con Dao, at 11:35 and 14:20. Flight time takes about 50 minutes.
By helicopter
Since April 2019, a helicopter flight from Vung Tau to Con Dao has been opened. There are 2 round-trip flights per week, on Friday and Sunday. A round-trip ticket costs from 4.400.000 VND/pax. With 1-hour flight, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the island from the sky.
The best time to visit Con Dao Island is from March to September. It is the rainy season but the rains often do not last more than 1 hour. The rest of the day is sunny and beautiful, the sea is calm, so it is suitable for swimming, diving and sightseeing.
From October to February next year is the dry season, when there are often with big waves and rough seas.
Explore the beautiful beaches around the island: Bai Dat Doc, Dam Trau, Suoi Nong, Lo Voi, Bai Nhat, An Hai, Ong Dung.
The accommodations on Con Dao Island are not as varied as other inland beach destinations. However, you can still have some choices according to your budget, from small and beautiful homestays to luxury hotels.
Some recommendations:
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